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_Onyx_Wolf_ · 10-07-2020, 01:53 PM

part 3 of my bad luck spree includes a snapped rod and damage to my stock block Ls3 lol. What aftermarket blocks do you guys recommend for a N/a application now until I boost it later in the year. Thinking about going with an iron dart shp 427

Greenhornet2 · 10-07-2020, 01:58 PM

You just missed a wicked deal at Thompson motorsports. Was like $6300 for an 1800hp rated forged stroked shortblock i woulda bought that in a heartbeat if i needed it

Scotty D · 10-07-2020, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Greenhornet2

You just missed a wicked deal at Thompson motorsports. Was like $6300 for an 1800hp rated forged stroked shortblock i woulda bought that in a heartbeat if i needed it

Right !!!!
But then again . I think they usually have Great monthly deals going on

_Onyx_Wolf_ · 10-07-2020, 03:02 PM

I know I’ve been following them lately Lol def gonna keep an eye out

Scotty D · 10-07-2020, 03:19 PM

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I know I’ve been following them lately Lol def gonna keep an eye out

Lol me too

eLeSthree · 10-07-2020, 07:34 PM

If you’re going to swap blocks and plan on running boost you should get a 6 Bolt block. The less expensive options are iron. Dart shp ls next (pro is worth the extra $200) or GM LSX. If you have the money and dont want that extra 100#s, could always get the LSR, but its like $4300 before machining.

I found it about the same price and much easier to buy it assembled from TMS when a sale popped up.

What happened to your piston?

_Onyx_Wolf_ · 10-07-2020, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by eLeSthree

If you’re going to swap blocks and plan on running boost you should get a 6 Bolt block. The less expensive options are iron. Dart shp ls next (pro is worth the extra $200) or GM LSX. If you have the money and dont want that extra 100#s, could always get the LSR, but its like $4300 before machining.

I found it about the same price and much easier to buy it assembled from TMS when a sale popped up.

What happened to your piston?

Yeah def doing 6 bolt I already have 260 prc 6 bolt heads. And the it was the rod that snapped in half from fatigue most likely motor had 90k miles with stock bottom end.

Vegas Bound · 10-07-2020, 08:56 PM

LSX B-15

_Onyx_Wolf_ · 10-11-2020, 03:47 PM

Could I run a na stage 4 cam on a block made for boost for the time being until I boost it? I know hp would prolly suffer but would it be drastic?

Warship2k15 · 10-11-2020, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by _Onyx_Wolf_

Could I run a na stage 4 cam on a block made for boost for the time being until I boost it? I know hp would prolly suffer but would it be drastic?

Well if you are for sure going boosted I would build it for boost and just add it later.
Most engines at this level that are built for boost put out decent N/A HP.
I mean really most cams made for boost have a wide LSA which will work good until you get the forced induction.
So I would build it with a cam with specs that are good for forced induction.Why pull heads again.

Just build it for boost and run it N/A

_Onyx_Wolf_ · 10-11-2020, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Warship2k15

Well if you are for sure going boosted I would build it for boost and just add it later.
Most engines at this level that are built for boost put out decent N/A HP.
I mean really most cams made for boost have a wide LSA which will work good until you get the forced induction.
So I would build it with a cam with specs that are good for forced induction.Why pull heads again.

Just build it for boost and run it N/A

I would be using my old stage 4 f-35 cam with a 111 Lsa and prc260 6 bolt heads with stock cc size

Warship2k15 · 10-12-2020, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by _Onyx_Wolf_

I would be using my old stage 4 f-35 cam with a 111 Lsa and prc260 6 bolt heads with stock cc size

Why!???
Is a camshaft for boost that expensive.
I would much rather spend the extra 400-450 right now for a cam that has the proper valve events for boost then have to pull apart the front end to change cams when you add boost.

But that’s your decision.

_Onyx_Wolf_ · 10-12-2020, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Warship2k15

Why!???
Is a camshaft for boost that expensive.
I would much rather spend the extra 400-450 right now for a cam that has the proper valve events for boost then have to pull apart the front end to change cams when you add boost.

But that’s your decision.

No lol I will be running the boosted motor for awhile N/A until I decide and save up for a power adder. I just want to future proof my block for later down the road since I’m replacing a whole new engine anyway

eLeSthree · 10-13-2020, 05:25 AM

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Originally Posted by _Onyx_Wolf_

Could I run a na stage 4 cam on a block made for boost for the time being until I boost it? I know hp would prolly suffer but would it be drastic?

Absolutely. The only power loss would be from the heavier forged rotating assembly being a tad harder spin. You can run it NA now, then change the cam and springs later when you are ready for boost.

However, I personally wouldn't use anything from a blown motor in my very expensive new forged motor setup. Not even a cam that looks fine.

If you are shopping with TMS, you'll probably see their complete shortblock packages have a very appealing price, and come with a warranty. I wouldn't hesitate to run any of their boosted cams NA for a year or so, while you save for boost. The difference in cubes will make up for the cam. Probably never notice.

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_Onyx_Wolf_ Onyx_Z7 <— Instagram Drives: 2013 2ss 1le Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Delaware Posts: 634	Could I run a na stage 4 cam on a block made for boost for the time being until I boost it? I know hp would prolly suffer but would it be drastic?